At least Bill Morneau attempted tax reform

It is encouraging to see any finance minister attempt to do anything about this problem. Let's give half a cheer for Bill Morneau's attempt at tax reform. At least he tried.

Finance Minister Bill Morneau's promised changes to the government's tax plan were unveiled this week, as the Liberals continue to grapple with the political fallout from the proposed reforms. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Bill Morneau may not be the world’s most adept politician. But as federal finance minister, his truncated tax reforms are at least still going, barely, in the right direction.

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